ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS

Tickets

• Box Office at Legends
  5236 East Second Street • Long Beach, CA 90803
  562-756-3159
  This is the place to purchase tickets for concers, sporting events, live theatre and more. They offer free delivery and are open 24 hours a day.

• Ticketmaster
  Buy tickets on Ticketmaster, the #1 ticketing portal on the web.

Special Events

• Big Blast Weekend
  Located on the Queen Mary
  562-435-3511
  This four day extravaganza takes place in early July and it features a spectacular fireworks show and a carnival with many rides and amusements.

• Belmont Car Show
  Post Office Box 3723 • Long Beach, CA 90803
  Belmont Shore
  562-434-3066
  This September event brings in more than 70,000 people each year. This is the largest one day car show on the east coast and features hundreds of classic cars for viewing.

• International Gem & Jewelry Show
  1126 Queen's Highway • Long Beach, CA 90802
  Held at the Queen Mary
  301-294-1640
  Founded in 1967, in the Washington, D.C. area by Herbert A. Duke Sr., the renowned International Gem & Jewelry Show features exhibitors selling the highest quality loose gems, gold, silver, estate jewelry, beads, accessories and much more all at the best possible prices. This International Gem & Jewelry Show will take place February 26-28, 2010.

Cinema

• Edwards Long Beach 26
  7501 Carson Boulevard • Long Beach, CA 90808
  562-429-3321
  First-class movies and critically acclaimed films are shown at this cinema that also features comfortable seating and a large concession stand.

• UA Marketplace 6
  6601 Pacific Coast Highway • Long Beach, CA 90803
  562-865-8989
  Comfortable seating and a large concession stand complements first-run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films shown at this cinema.

Night Life

• Blue Cafe
  210 The Promenade • Long Beach, CA 90802
  562-893-7111
  An authentic tavern and roadhouse that is often referred to as "the home of the blues in downtown Long Beach."

• Observation Bar
  1126 Queens Highway • Long Beach, CA 90802
  562-435-3511
  This chic Art Deco bar provides live entertainment, dancing, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, and panoramic views of the city and waterfront.

• Shannon's Bay Shore Irish American Bar
  5335 East Second Street • Long Beach, CA 90803
  562-433-5901
  This neighborhood cocktail bar offers pool tables, HD Plasma screen TVs and world famous BBQ sandwiches. All of this is served up in a comfortable and friendly atmosphere.

• Basement Ultra Lounge
  149 Linden Avenue • Long Beach, CA 90802
  562-9019090
  Located in an historical building in the East Village, this spot is the only underground lounge in Long Beach. Enjoy an incredible decor while sipping from the world class Martini bar or dancing to live entertainment or DJ music.

• Cave 49
  49 South Pine Avenue • Long Beach, CA 90802
  562-590-5000
  This 7,200 square foot venue offers incredible food and exciting nightlife.

• Cohiba
  110 Broadway • Long Beach, CA 90802
  562-491-5220
  Located downtown, this elegant hot spot offers specialty martinis, fine cigars, challenging pool games in a sophisticated lounge and dancing in the nightclub area. You are sure to enjoy your night out at Cohiba.

• V2O Venue
  81 Aquarium Way • Long Beach, CA 90802
  562-216-2060, 866-402-5828
  When you go out for an evening at V2O, you can prepare to be dazzled by state of the art sound, lighting and audio visual displays. You will also love the food prepared by the onsite Pacific Rim restaurant.

• Joe Jost's Tavern
  2803 East Anaheim Street • Long Beach, CA 90804
  562-439-5446
  Opened in 1924 as a neighborhood barber shop, this busines continues today by serving up delicious beer and sandwiches and offering snooker, billiards, shuffleboard and a just plain friendly atmosphere.

Concerts & Performances

• Long Beach Symphony Orchestra
  555 East Ocean Boulevard, Suite 106 • Long Beach, CA 90802
  5620-436-3203
  This professional 83-member orchestra performs seven Classics and four Symphony POPS! concerts each season.

• Long Beach Opera
  100 West Broadway • Long Beach, CA 90802
  562-439-2580
  Founded in 1979, this opera theater company presents unconventional works from classical to modern genres. They are national renowned for operatic excellence and innovation in musical theatre.

Plays & Productions

• International City Theatre
  300 Ocean Boulevard • Long Beach, CA 90832
  562-495-4595
  This professional, award-winning theatre performs innovative productions, world dramas, and numerous premieres.

• California Repertory Company
  213 Broadway • Long Beach, CA 90802
  Located at CA State Univ. Long Beach Campus
  562-432-1818
  An award-winning theatre company that presents the best in contemporary drama in a state-of-the-art intimate theatre.

• Long Beach Playhouse
  5021 Anaheim Street • Long Beach, CA 90804
  562-494-1014
  This playhouse provides quality theatrical entertainment with provocative productions 50 weeks a year.

• Musical Theatre West
  4350 East Seventh Street • Long Beach, CA 90804
  562-856-1999
  If you enjoy musical theatre, this company is sure to please. They are committed to bringing the best of Broadway to Long Beach with world renowned hits and lesser known musicals.

• Carpenter Performing Arts Center
  6200 Atherton Street • Long Beach, CA 90815
  562-985-7000
  Located at Long Beach State University, this center boasts 1,065 seats and fills them regularly for events such as contemporary dance, children's film and entertainment and both large and small theatre performances.

• Garage Theatre, The
  251 East Seventh Street • Long Beach, CA 90803
  562-433-8337
  This talented ensemble produces forgotten or overlooked works and strives to take artistic risks and expose audiences to a diverse body of work.

• Globe of America, The
  1126 Queens Highway • Long Beach, CA 90802
  562-499-6638
  A unique setting offering professional Shakespeare productions and Children's theatre aboard the Queen Mary.

Festivals & Fairs

• Kaleidoscope Festival
  Located on Campus of Cal State Long Beach
  562-985-5252
  Held each April, this family fun festival features music, games, food, and entertainment.

• Juneteenth Celebration
  Located at Martin Luther King Jr. Park
  562-570-4405
  This event takes place in June and it features dozens of concerts, art exhibits, theatrical productions, speakers, and many more activities that highlight and celebrate African American culture.

• Grecian Festival by the Sea
  5761 East Colorado Street • Long Beach, CA 90814
  Located at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
  562-494-8929
  This annual three day festival takes place each September and it offers authentic Greek food, a children's area, a game booth, and plenty of entertainment.

• Shipwreck
  Located on the Queen Mary
  562-435-3511
  A one month long Halloween terror-fest that features seven haunted mazes, live DJ entertainment, and a dance party every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night.

• International Sea Festival
  Located in Downtown Long Beach
  562-570-8920
  Happening during the month of September, this month long series of aquatics-oriented events is fun for the entire family, from toddlers to seniors.

• Pier Daze Seafood and Pirate Festival
  5411 Ocean Boulevard • Long Beach, CA 90803
  Held at the Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier
  562-434-1542
  A two-day event featuring fresh seafood, a pirate show, live music, a beach bbq, fun zone, classic woody show, the Pacific Open Water Swim and 5k run challenge, a beer garden, arts and craft vendors and more.

• Long Beach Jazz Festival
  3505 Long Beach Boulevard • Long Beach, CA 90807
  562-424-0013
  A popular event in Southern California, this festival takes place in a great outdoor setting, near a lagoon and offers entertainment by some of the biggest names in jazz. There is also a wide array of displays including art, food and much more.

• Long Beach Blues Festival
  1250 North Bellflower Field • Long Beach, CA 90840
  California State University
  562-985-1686
  Each labor day weekend, this event offers three days of music, food and fun.

• E Hula Mau Hula Festival
  300 East Ocean Boulevard • Long Beach, CA 90802
  Long Beach Convention Center
  909-930-3994
  This three day festival, held each September, celebrates all things hula with solo performances and competitions. There is also a Hawaiian arts and crafts fair, various workshops and lots of Hawaiian music.

• Chocolate Festival
  Post Office Box 3723 • Long Beach, CA 90803
  Belmont Shore
  562-434-3066
  A family friendly festival featuring events such as a chocolate pie eating contest, dessert making competitions, live music and of course, lots of sweets to try.

• Ragga Muffins Festival
  300 Ocean Boulevard • Long Beach, CA 90802
  Long Beach Arena
  562-436-3661
  Celebrating and promoting awareness for reggae music, this two day event honors Bob Marley's birthday with an extensive line up of talented musicians. This is the largest reggae festival on the west coast.

• Belly Dancer of the Universe Dance Festival
  330 East Ocean Boulevard • Long Beach, CA 90802
  Long Beach Convention Center
  562-433-6615
  President's Day weekend offers the fun and entertainment of this competition and festival dedicated to dancing. Belly Dancer contests for children and adults kick things off and the festivities continue with a fashion bazaar and dance exhibitions. Dance classes are available for all levels at this event promoting family fun.

• Brazilian Street Carnaval [Sunday, Sep. 20, 2009]
  210 The Promenade North • Long Beach, CA562-508-4504
  The biggest all-Brazilian event on the west coast with bands all day, one Rio-Style parade, one Bahia-Style parade. Brazilian food, craft, product booths, and beer available.

Seminars & Symposiums

• Prep Kitchen Essentials
  6459 Pacific Coast Highway • Long Beach, CA 90803
  562-430-1217
  At this venue, professionals offer one of a kind cooking classes and more. This is a wonderful event for business or team building and great fun for a family.

Marathons & 10K Runs

• Long Beach International City Bank Marathon
  Shoreline Drive • Long Beach, CA 90808
  562-728-8829
  Each year, more than 15,000 people gather to watch this marathon. The event includes the marathon, half marathon, bike tour and 5k run. The prize package is valued at more than $50,000 and the course is a breathtaking tour of some of the most beautiful areas of Long Beach.

Sporting Events

• Congressional Cup
  Located at Long Beach Harbor/Alamitos Bay
  562-598-9401
  This annual seven-day sailing event is held in April and it is one of the oldest and most prestigious Match Racing Events in the world.

• Amgen Tour of California
  Queens Highway • Long Beach, CA213-438-8881
  This professional bicycle race features the world's top professional teams racing approximately 650 miles for eight days. Racing will begin in San Francisco and end with a sprint to the finish in Long Beach. The tour raises funds for cancer care and treatment.

• Toyota Grand Prix
  3000 Pacific Avenue • Long Beach, CA 90806
  562-981-2600
  In April, this celebrated event offers fun at 200 miles per hour. An 8,000 pound track is built through the city and the world's best drivers put the pedal to the medal to win this coveted title.

• Golden League Baseball Team
  4510 East Pacific Coast Highway • Long Beach, CA 90804
  562-597-9787
  This professional baseball organization hosts games at Blair Field and offers affordable family entertaiment.

• Long Beach Ice Dogs
  300 East Ocean Boulevard • Long Beach, CA 90802
  562-624-5575
  Professional hockey is perfect for a family event. The Ice Dogs offer 36 exciting home games from October through April and provide quality family fun.

• Southern California Golf Show
  300 East Ocean Boulevard • Long Beach, CA 90802
  Located at the Long Beach Convention Center
  206-367-2420
  Come check out the latest and greatest in golf. Enjoy door pizes, lessons, and demos, also participate in their long drive and putting contests. Great for the whole family.

Tours

• Island Express Helicopters
  1175 Queens Highway South • Long Beach, CA 90802
  310-510-2525
  Offering multiple air tours and charters, this company offers you a great way to spend a day. Leave from an exclusive heliport and see the beautiful California coastline from the air.

• Los Angeles Helicopters
  4225 Donald Douglas Drive • Long Beach, CA 90808
  562-377-0396
  Los Angeles Helicopters services include helicopter flight training lessons at an FAA accredited flight training school, helicopter tours and charters. Whether interested in flying up close to the Hollywood sign or checking out the magnificent Southern California coastline, they have the tour package that can fit your desires and budget.